Tulare County UC Cooperative Extension 4-H

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Tulare County 4-H Youth Development Program 

Discover a place where youth grow into confident leaders and make a real impact in their communities. Tulare County 4-H welcomes youth ages 5–18 and adult volunteers to explore new interests, build lifelong skills, and connect with their communities through hands-on learning experiences.

As part of the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program, young people develop leadership, confidence, and practical skills through agriculture, STEM, healthy living, civic engagement, and more.

Join Our 4-H Program  

What is 4-H?

4‑H is delivered by Cooperative Extension—a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. For more than 100 years, 4‑H has welcomed young people of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.

Through life-changing 4-H programs, nearly six million kids and teens are learning the skills and abilities to be resilient, adaptable and ready for work and life. 

Youth can participate in 4-H through community clubs, in-school and after-school programs, and military partnership programs.

Tulare County 4-H Clubs and Projects

4-H Vision

A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change. 

4-H Online Enrollment System

Important: California 4-H uses the ZSuite Enrollment System for all youth member and volunteer enrollments. Please note the following important dates:

• Self-enrollment for the 2026–2027 program year opens on July 14 at 12:00 PM for adult volunteers only.
• Self-enrollment for the 2026-2027 program year opens August 3 at 12:00 PM for families and youth members

Tulare County 4-H Recognition Awards 25/26 Program Year

Help us recognize the outstanding individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact on Tulare County 4-H! Nominations may be submitted by any current 4-H youth member, adult volunteer, or parent.

Award Categories:

🍀 4-H Alumni Award – Honors a former 4-H member who has demonstrated excellence in their profession or career while making meaningful contributions through volunteer service in their community, civic organizations, schools, youth programs, public service, or other leadership roles. Nominees do not need to be current 4-H volunteers or supporters and may have been a 4-H member in any county.

🍀 Outstanding 4-H Leader Award (One recipient annually) – Recognizes an exceptional 4-H volunteer who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service at the club, area, and county levels.

🍀 Friend of 4-H Award (One recipient annually) – Honors an individual who is not a current 4-H volunteer or advisor but has gone above and beyond in supporting the 4-H program and positively impacting multiple clubs.

🍀 Distinguished Service Award (One recipient annually) – Recognizes a business, organization, or community partner whose extraordinary support and service have benefited more than one Tulare County 4-H club.

Please Note: Each of these awards may only be received once by an individual, organization, or business in Tulare County.

Submit nominations here